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COVID-19 Update: Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies is open for business with many faculty and staff members working remotely. The best way to contact a program is by visiting the program's website for contact information. Please see a list of our programs and centers. You may call, leave a voicemail, or send an email, and a staff member will respond as soon as possible. For any questions, please call the Dean's Office at 616-331-8655 or email brookscollege@gvsu.edu.
Cultivating engaged global citizens through innovative interdisciplinary programs and diverse community partnerships
Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies is the college of the 21st century. We provide the university and local community with experiences, expertise and programming that deepens our understanding of the world and equips us to address the complex issues of the future. We do this through our innovative curriculum by providing students with high-impact learning experiences like service-learning projects, study abroad opportunities, internships, living and learning communities and intensive writing and research opportunities.
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Spotlights
Harvesting Hope
September 24, 2020
Since May, the Sustainable Agriculture Project has donated over 500 pounds of produce to support communities impacted by COVID-19.
Events
Introduction to Design Thinking Workshop
October 23, 2020 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Deconstructing Confederate Monuments
October 26, 2020 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
We Want a Commitment!: Black, White, and Latino Demands for Community Controlled Policing in Grand Rapids, MI, 1965-1973
October 29, 2020 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Post-Election Campus Conversation for Staff
November 4, 2020 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Social Innovation Master's Degree: Virtual Info Session
November 5, 2020 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Post-Election Campus Conversation for Faculty
November 6, 2020 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM
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